Machine Operator

Spicers Canada; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Spicers Canada Limited in Winnipeg, Manitoba is seeking a Machine Operator to operate multiple converting machines and accurately convert stock to customer specifications. The role requires forklift and WHMIS certification, a secondary school diploma, and 1–3 years of related experience.

You will prioritize orders, maintain logs, ensure proper packaging, and coordinate with shipping and the order desk. A fast-paced environment and self-directed approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of machine operating and cutting experience.
• Experience in shrink-wrapping operations.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Valid forklift and WHMIS certification.
• Warehouse experience and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-directed with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize orders to meet delivery requirements.
• Operate converting machines (Guillotine, Strachan Roll Paper Sheeter, SHM Roll Paper Sheeter).
• Coordinate sample requests and maintain skid specifications logs.
• Accurately convert stock and verify quantity.
• Log cutting orders for Shipping and inform if deadlines may be missed.
• Package, shrink film, label, and address shipments correctly.
• Perform equipment maintenance and knife changes safely.
• Keep product dust-free and properly packaged.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Self-directed

Punctual

Dependable

Reliable

Basic paper knowledge

Education

Secondary school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

WHMIS certification

Job description

Backed by a fifth-generation family-owned company, Spicers is a leading distributor of commercial print and business papers, specialty products, graphic solutions, sign & display equipment and materials, and packaging and facility supplies and equipment.

We’re based in Vaughan, Ontario, with 13 regional locations that include custom manufacturing facilities in Edmonton, Toronto and Winnipeg, as well as cash and carry locations, product showrooms and equipment demo sites.

We are currently looking for a full-time Machine Operator located in Winnipeg, Manitoba reporting to the Converting Supervisor. The Machine Operator is responsible for operating the accurate conversion of stock sizes to customer requirements in an efficient and timely manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Converting Supervisor, the duties and responsibilities of the Machine Operator include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Prioritize orders to be cut or sheeted to meet customer delivery requirements;
• Several converting machines for training
  • Guillotine
  • Strachan Roll Paper Sheeter with three roll backstand
  • SHM Roll Paper Sheeter with three roll backstand
• Coordinate sample requests and retain information related to customer skid specifications;
• Accurately convert stock;
• Ensure and verify that stock is correct and of the desired quantity;
• Inform Order Desk and Supervisor/Manager when volume is critical and deadlines may not be met;
• Ensure an accurate log sheet is maintained of all cutting and sheeting orders for Shipping;
• Ensure all packages are properly shrink filmed, boxed, labelled, and addressed properly;
• Perform maintenance of equipment;
• Remove and change knives in a safe and efficient manner;
• Ensure product is dust free and correctly packaged;
• Other duties as assigned.
• Completion of a secondary school diploma or equivalent;
• 1-3 years’ experience in a machine operating and cutting role;
• Experience in shrink wrapping operation;
• Strong communication skills (both oral and written);
• Valid forklift and WHMIS certification;
• Warehouse experience;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment;
• Self-directed with the ability to work well with minimal supervision;
• Punctual, dependable, and reliable;
• Basic knowledge of paper products; and

Working Conditions

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs;
• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and to operate equipment in a safe manner; and
• Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work and periodic flexible shift changes (i.e. vacation coverage, etc.).

Spicers Canada ULC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all interested parties. Spicers Canada is able to offer accommodations to potential candidates and new employees during the recruitment and selection process and encourages individuals who may require accommodations to contact Human Resources.